Kolby Explains Decision to Hire an Au Pair for Her Family

Decision to Hire an Au Pair

• 🤝 Kolby and Russell have agreed to hire an au pair to assist with their children.
• 💡 Kolby acknowledges that some people have reservations about having a stranger live in their home, but she feels comfortable with the decision.

Overcoming Reservations

• 💻 Initially, Kolby was on the fence after talking to the au pair online, understanding the discomfort of having a stranger in the house.
• ✅ After meeting the au pair in person, Kolby is now 1,000% sold and excited about the arrangement.

Au Pair vs. Nanny

• 🏠 Kolby contrasts an au pair with a nanny, noting that with an au pair, you are responsible for the individual for the contracted period (e.g., one to three years).
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 In contrast, Kolby's partner, Anthony, is not open to having anyone live with them, making an au pair not an option for their household.

Community Perceptions

• 🌍 Kolby observed that many people in the African-American community may not be fully educated on what au pairs are, leading to misinterpretations.
• 🤝 Kolby learned about au pairs from friends who have them and saw how hands-on they are, not only with childcare but also with household duties.
• 💰 The arrangement is seen as a way for au pairs to earn their keep in exchange for room and board.